2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 72 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |